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- H.R.4698
H.R.4698: To require licenses for the sale, purchase, and distribution of certain chemicals that are precursors to chemical weapons, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced May 9, 2002
- Latest Major Action May 17, 2002
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Requires a license from the Secretary of Commerce to purchase, sell, or distribute in interstate commerce any chemical weapon precursor. Requires licensees to maintain records of such transactions and report suspicious purchases. Establishes civil penalties for violations. Imposes an additional, criminal penalty if a violation was intentional.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
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| May 9, 2002 |
Introduced in the House by Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.) |